Consider This: Bornean Elephants (Part 1) — Endangered and Displaced
The Bornean elephant has recently been classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species. What needs to be done now to ensure the survival of Borneo’s elephant population? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to conservation biologist Dr Nurzhafarina Othman, Senior lecturer at Universiti Malaysia Sabah. She’s an expert on the Bornean Elephant, and also the founder of Project Seratu Aatai, which is a collective in Sabah that aims to promote coexistence between elephants and humans through research and education.
Mon Jul 15 2024
![Water supply projects in Sabah, S'wak failed to meet objectives - AG's Report Water supply projects in Sabah, S'wak failed to meet objectives - AG's Report](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71719216662_watertap.jpg)
Water supply projects in Sabah, S'wak failed to meet objectives - AG's Report
Water supply disruptions in Sarawak and Sabah, poorly managed, continue to deprive rural residents of access to clean and treated water.
Thu Jul 04 2024
![Increase in flood victims in Sabah, more than 400 people evacuated to PPS Increase in flood victims in Sabah, more than 400 people evacuated to PPS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41719808253_banjirpenampangs.jpg)
Increase in flood victims in Sabah, more than 400 people evacuated to PPS
MetMalaysia warns of thunderstorms and heavy rain in Kuala Penyu and Beaufort, interior areas of Sabah.
Tue Jul 02 2024
![Govt assures Bumiputera quota for matriculation remain unchanged - PM Govt assures Bumiputera quota for matriculation remain unchanged - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81719809248_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Govt assures Bumiputera quota for matriculation remain unchanged - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said quota under Article 153 of the Federal Constitution remains for Malays and Bumiputeras in Sabah and Sarawak.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![Petrol, diesel prices unchanged until June 26 Petrol, diesel prices unchanged until June 26](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61717993469_RON.jpg)
Petrol, diesel prices unchanged until June 26
MOF said the retail price of diesel in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan will also remain unchanged at RM2.15 per litre.
Wed Jun 19 2024
Consider This: Bajau Laut (Part 1) — Homes Demolished in Controversial Eviction
More than 500 people from the Bajau Laut community in Semporna, Sabah, were evicted by the authorities last week, and their stilt houses demolished, some even burned. The plight of the Bajau Laut has since dominated national attention after several video recordings of the incident were uploaded to social media with the hashtag #PandangKeSabah. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Mukmin Nantang, founder of the Sabah-based NGO Borneo Komrad, who first uploaded the now viral videos. For almost a decade, Borneo Komrad has been running Sekolah-Sekolah Alternatif, which provides free education for stateless, undocumented, and under-served children in Sabah.
Wed Jun 12 2024
Consider This: Parallel Pathway — What’s The Future of Specialist Training?
What should be the future of medical specialist training in Malaysia? How do we best address the specialist shortage while ensuring standardised quality of medical education? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Dayang Anita Abdul Aziz, Senior Consultant Paediatric Surgeon, and Dr Timothy Cheng, Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Duchess of Kent Sandakan Hospital in Sabah.
Fri May 31 2024
![PM wants hardcore poverty in Sabah to be eradicated by end of July PM wants hardcore poverty in Sabah to be eradicated by end of July](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51717136942_Anwar.jpg)
PM wants hardcore poverty in Sabah to be eradicated by end of July
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the issue of hardcore poverty in Sabah, is far more serious than other states such as Penang and Selangor.
Fri May 31 2024
![Gov't to implement targeted diesel subsidy involving consumers in Peninsular Malaysia - PM Gov't to implement targeted diesel subsidy involving consumers in Peninsular Malaysia - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/41681474417_LebuhrayaPLUS.jpg)
Gov't to implement targeted diesel subsidy involving consumers in Peninsular Malaysia - PM
The targeted subsidy will not involve consumers in Sabah and Sarawak as it was used in nearly every family's vehicle in both states.
Tue May 21 2024
![2024 National Day celebration to be held in Putrajaya - Fahmi 2024 National Day celebration to be held in Putrajaya - Fahmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41632536851_SemangatKemerdekaan.jpg)
2024 National Day celebration to be held in Putrajaya - Fahmi
Putrajaya has been selected as the venue for the National Day celebration this year, while Malaysia Day celebration will be held in Sabah.
Tue May 21 2024
![Over 500,000 students in Sabah enjoying better school infrastructure - Raisin Over 500,000 students in Sabah enjoying better school infrastructure - Raisin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51714708194_sekolah.jpg)
Over 500,000 students in Sabah enjoying better school infrastructure - Raisin
Datuk Raisin Saidin said this is based on dilapidated schools upgraded and allocation of infrastructure maintenance for regular schools.
Fri May 03 2024
![Sabahans celebrate Aidilfitri in the spirit of togetherness Sabahans celebrate Aidilfitri in the spirit of togetherness](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41712732964_TBTunJuhar.jpg)
Sabahans celebrate Aidilfitri in the spirit of togetherness
On the first day of Aidilfitri today, most Muslims in Sabah celebrate the festival with family and relatives, in addition to house-to-house visits.
Wed Apr 10 2024
![IGP confirms UMNO Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal detained in Sabah IGP confirms UMNO Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal detained in Sabah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/71688117249_TBAkmalSaleh.jpg)
IGP confirms UMNO Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal detained in Sabah
Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has been detained today for investigations under Sedition Act 1948 and the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Fri Apr 05 2024
![Two areas in Sabah record unhealthy API readings Two areas in Sabah record unhealthy API readings](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81711331502_TBsabahjpg.jpg)
Two areas in Sabah record unhealthy API readings
According to the State Fire and Rescue Department Operations Centre, a fire broke out at the Kayu Madang landfill.
Mon Mar 25 2024
![Largest drug syndicate in Sabah: Ex-cop among eight wanted - Ayob Khan Largest drug syndicate in Sabah: Ex-cop among eight wanted - Ayob Khan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61706002669_TBSIDANGMEDIAAYOUB.jpg)
Largest drug syndicate in Sabah: Ex-cop among eight wanted - Ayob Khan
Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said the first suspect, Haibil Kiraman is a former policeman who opted for early retirement.
Tue Jan 23 2024